New rainbow crosswalk in Bowmanville vandalized
After months of fighting for the regions first rainbow crosswalk, the hard work of three sisters in Bowmanville has finally paid off. Continue reading
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LGBTQ2 advisory committee votes against raising Pride flag in front of Hamilton City Hall
During its meeting last week, the committee put forward a motion calling on the city to cancel the flag raising on May 31 and instead hold an “open public discussion.” Continue reading
New Alberta education minister addresses teachers’ conference
Following a contentious election campaign, Alberta’s new education minister addressed the Alberta Teachers’ Association for the first time on Saturday. Continue reading
Okanagan teens celebrate pride at LGBTQ2 prom
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
For teens that are still questioning their sexual preference or have not come out as gay, lesbian or transgender, even the thought of a high school dance can be the equivalent pain and anxiety of a root canal. Continue reading
Green MLA, LGBTQ+ group calling for N.B. to ban conversion therapy
Nova Scotia passed a ban on conversion therapy with youth in September, joining Manitoba and Ontario, where forms of ban are also in place. Continue reading
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Durham schools take part in International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
By Brittany Rosen Videographer
Staff and students at John M. James Public School gathered in solidarity with the school’s Pride club to commemorate the day. Continue reading
U.S. House approves LGBTQ rights bill despite opposition from most Republicans
U.S. President Donald Trump is widely expected to veto the legislation if it reaches his desk. Continue reading
Flag raising, walk to mark International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia in Barrie
“Visibility is one of the single biggest things that breaks down stigma and breaks down discrimination,” said one of the event organizers. Continue reading
Pride flag raised 50 years after homosexuality decriminalized
A flag was raised to commemorate the passing of Bill C-150, which partially decriminalized homosexuality and passed its third reading on May 14, 1969. Continue reading
Alternate pride events following cancellation of Edmonton festival
Although the 2019 Edmonton Pride Festival was cancelled, Edmontonians can still take to other organizations and surrounding communities to celebrate. Continue reading